Extra Virgin Olive Oil Lip Balm | Classic & Kiss of Blush
Most lip balms are built on a petroleum base. This one isn't. The ODE Olive Oil Lip Balm from McEvoy Ranch replaces petrolatum entirely with estate-grown Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil — the same oil pressed each harvest at their Northern California ranch — combined with beeswax, coconut oil, cocoa seed butter, and vitamin E (tocopherol). No parabens, no sulfates, no phthalates, no synthetic dyes or preservatives. Leaping Bunny Certified and cruelty-free.
The result is a lip balm that actually nourishes rather than simply coating. Olive oil is rich in squalene — a naturally occurring lipid that mimics the skin's own sebum, absorbing readily without heaviness and delivering sustained hydration to the lip surface. It also carries polyphenols and antioxidants that protect against oxidative stress, and oleic acid, which supports the skin barrier and locks in moisture. The addition of cocoa seed butter adds a subtle, natural softness, while a touch of peppermint oil provides a clean, cooling finish.
Available in two finishes — select your variant above:
Classic
Clear and unflavored beyond the gentle peppermint. Clean, glossy, and invisible on the lip. The everyday essential for anyone who wants serious hydration without color or sheen.
Kiss of Blush
A sheer, wearable blush tint — not too pink, not too pale — that works across a wide range of skin tones as a natural-looking flush of color. The tint comes from mica and titanium dioxide, both naturally derived mineral pigments. The hydration formula is identical to the Classic. This is the one that doubles as a low-maintenance lip color.
Why Olive Oil for Lips?
Petroleum-based lip balms — the kind that dominate most drugstore shelves — form an occlusive barrier over the lip surface but do not actually penetrate or nourish the skin. Many also contain synthetic dyes, artificial fragrances, and preservatives with questionable safety profiles. Olive oil-based formulas work differently: the fatty acids and squalene in EVOO are structurally compatible with skin lipids, meaning they absorb and integrate rather than just sitting on top. The polyphenols add antioxidant protection against the UV exposure and environmental stress that lips receive daily.
About ODE Olive Oil Beauty
ODE is McEvoy Ranch's body care line, developed around the same early-harvest Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil they press on their Petaluma, California ranch. The line applies the same farm-to-skin philosophy that drives their culinary oils: traceable origin, minimal processing, no synthetic inputs. Packaging is designed to minimize plastic — the lip balm uses a bamboo-capped tube — and the entire ODE line is formulated without parabens, sulfates, or phthalates.
Ingredients
Classic: Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Cera Alba (Beeswax), Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Tocopherol, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil
Kiss of Blush: Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Cera Alba (Beeswax), Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Tocopherol, Mica [CI 77019], Titanium Dioxide [CI 77891], Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil
Order Processing: 2-4 business days, transit time varies by location.
Carriers: USPS and UPS
Shipping Costs: Calculated at checkout, free shipping on orders $150 +
International Shipping: Available, with UPS, USPS and DHL
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Return Policy: 7 day return policy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes this lip balm different from regular lip balms?
Most lip balms are built on a petrolatum (petroleum jelly) base, which forms an occlusive barrier over the lip surface but does not absorb into or nourish the skin. This lip balm replaces petroleum entirely with estate-grown McEvoy Ranch Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Olive oil is rich in squalene — a lipid that is structurally compatible with skin, absorbs readily, and delivers sustained hydration — plus polyphenols, antioxidants, and oleic acid that support the skin barrier. It nourishes the lips rather than simply coating them.
What is the difference between Classic and Kiss of Blush?
The hydration formula is identical in both variants. The difference is finish. Classic is clear and tint-free — just a glossy, invisible moisture treatment. Kiss of Blush adds a sheer blush tint from naturally derived mineral pigments (mica and titanium dioxide) for a natural-looking flush of color that works across a wide range of skin tones. It is described as not too pink, not too pale — a wearable everyday tint.
What are the ingredients?
Classic: Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Cera Alba (Beeswax), Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Tocopherol, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil.
Kiss of Blush adds: Mica [CI 77019], Titanium Dioxide [CI 77891] for the mineral tint. All other ingredients are identical.
What is squalene and why is it in this lip balm?
Squalene is a naturally occurring lipid found in high concentrations in olive oil — and also in human skin. Because it is structurally similar to the skin's own sebum, squalene absorbs readily into the skin surface without feeling greasy or heavy. It is one of the most effective naturally derived hydrating ingredients available. The olive oil base in this lip balm delivers squalene directly to the lip surface, providing deep hydration that standard petrolatum-based balms cannot replicate.
Is this lip balm vegan?
It is not fully vegan — the formula contains Cera Alba (beeswax), which is an animal-derived ingredient. However, the ODE Olive Oil Lip Balm is Leaping Bunny Certified and cruelty-free, meaning no animal testing is conducted at any stage of production. It is free of synthetic dyes, artificial fragrances, parabens, sulfates, and phthalates.
Is Kiss of Blush safe for sensitive lips?
Yes. The tint in Kiss of Blush comes from mica and titanium dioxide — both naturally derived mineral pigments that are widely regarded as skin-safe and non-irritating. The formula contains no synthetic dyes, artificial fragrances, parabens, or preservatives. Anyone sensitive to peppermint oil should note that both variants contain a small amount of Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil for its cooling finish.
What olive oil is used in this lip balm?
McEvoy Ranch's own estate-grown Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil, pressed each harvest at their ranch in Petaluma, California. The same oil they sell as a culinary product — traceable, fresh, and early-harvest — goes directly into the ODE beauty line. Early-harvest olive oil is higher in polyphenols and antioxidants than oil pressed from fully ripe fruit, which is a meaningful benefit for a topical product.
Is this lip balm cruelty-free?
Yes. The ODE Olive Oil Lip Balm is Leaping Bunny Certified — the gold standard in cruelty-free certification — meaning no animal testing is conducted at any stage of production or ingredient sourcing. The ODE line is also formulated without parabens, sulfates, or phthalates.
What does the packaging look like?
The lip balm comes in a tube with a bamboo cap as part of McEvoy Ranch's commitment to reducing plastic packaging across the ODE line. The brand has reduced plastic use by 90% with its packaging redesign, favoring aluminum, glass, and bamboo. The packaging is designed to be minimal, giftable, and recyclable.
What does it smell and feel like?
The dominant scent note is a gentle, clean peppermint from the Mentha Piperita Oil — cool and fresh without being medicinal. The texture is smooth and non-waxy, absorbing quickly without leaving a heavy or sticky residue. Cocoa seed butter contributes a faint natural warmth in the scent and a soft glide on application. Both variants feel lightweight on the lips while providing genuine lasting moisture.
Does this make a good gift?
It is one of the most accessible gifts in the Georgetown Olive Oil Co. collection — compact, beautiful, and genuinely useful. The olive oil connection makes it a natural complement to any culinary gift set, and the clean ingredient story gives it a wellness angle that resonates well as a gift. Kiss of Blush in particular is a crowd-pleaser as a stocking stuffer or add-on gift. Georgetown Olive Oil Co. ships nationwide and offers gift cards and curated gift collections.
